"Over" by End of the World and Gabrielle Aplin is a song about the end of a romantic relationship and the difficulty of moving on. The lyrics reflect on the memories and moments shared between the two individuals and how they have now come to an end. The song begins with the narrator reminiscing about the past, recalling how their partner wanted to be close and intimate when they were together. However, as time went on, the connection between them began to fade. The lyrics question what caused the distance between them, mentioning a trip to New York and a party they attended. The chorus reflects the hurt and confusion felt by the narrator. They remember how their partner used to say things they didn't mean, but this time, it felt different. Their partner's love and affection for them have turned into pretense, as they no longer genuinely feel the same way. The narrator feels the pain of this realization and acknowledges that their partner is intending to leave, which they now believe. Throughout the song, the narrator expresses their difficulty in accepting that the relationship is over. They can't get over the fact that it's ended and struggle to find closure. The lyrics mention the need for substances to cope with the situation, indicating the emotional turmoil they are experiencing. The second verse recalls a specific memory from a summer when they visited the partner's parents. During that time, they didn't have to pretend or hide their emotions. However, even in those moments of happiness, the relationship began to deteriorate. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the narrator's inability to move on. They express the desire to hold onto their partner and the pain they feel knowing that it's over. The repeated phrase "higher, higher, higher" could be interpreted as a plea for a love that transcends the pain and difficulty of letting go. Overall, "Over" explores the emotional struggles of a failed relationship, the longing for what was and the difficulty of facing the reality that it has ended.
